Best 5 Creamy Pea Salad With Bacon Recipes

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Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon is a light, refreshing salad. Every bite of this salad is a burst of flavor, and its creamy and tangy flavors make it the perfect side dish or potluck salad. The combination of sweet peas, crisp bacon, and creamy dressing is sure to be a hit at your next gathering!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BACON PEA SALAD



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Peas, bacon, cheese, onions, celery, and mayo dressing are tossed together and chilled in this great summer salad.

Provided by CarolTyson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bacon
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (20 ounce) package fresh green peas
2 stalks celery, chopped
½ cup cubed Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup chopped onion

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon grease.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, reserved bacon grease, honey, sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.
  • Mix bacon, peas, celery, Cheddar cheese, and onion together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 303.6 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

CREAMY PEA SALAD WITH BACON



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Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon is a popular southern dish that is filled with crunchy peas, crispy bacon, chopped red onions, and cheddar cheese. This is an easy to make side dish that is perfect for your next potluck!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds peas (thawed)
1/2 cup red onion (chopped)
1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (cubed)
8 slices bacon (cooked and chopped)
3 Tablespoons parsley (chopped)
1/2 cup sour cream
3 Tablespoons mayonnaise
1 Tablespoon cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl add the peas, red onion, cheddar cheese, bacon and parsley.
  • In a small bowl whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar.
  • Pour the creamy mixture in the large bowl over the peas. Toss until the peas are fully coated. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2745 kcal, Carbohydrate 159 g, Protein 118 g, Fat 184 g, SaturatedFat 78 g, Cholesterol 372 mg, Sodium 2633 mg, Fiber 48 g, Sugar 72 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY PEA SALAD WITH BACON



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"This salad which stars plenty of peas and crumbled bacon in a light dressing, is a delicious alternative to potato or pasta salad," confirms Candy Snyder of Salem, Oregon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups fresh or frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients; mix well. Add peas; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY PEA SALAD WITH BACON



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This creamy pea salad with bacon is a classic side dish and a great way to use a bag of frozen peas. The peas are mixed with some cheddar cheese cubes, crunchy celery, red onion, and a yogurt-based creamy dressing. A little bacon at the end makes this taste like a real treat.

Provided by Kristen Stevens

Categories     Salad

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups frozen peas
½ cup diced cheddar cheese
½ cup minced celery
⅓ cup minced red onion
½ cup yogurt
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon EACH: sea salt and pepper
4 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Place the peas in a colander and run them under water to remove any ice. It's ok if they're not completely thawed. Drain them well and place them in a large bowl with the cheddar cheese, celery, and red onion.
  • In a small bowl, mix the yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour this creamy sauce over the peas and mix well. Set the peas aside on your counter while you cook the bacon - or up to 3 days in your fridge.
  • In a medium-sized pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, about 8 minutes. Cool then chop.
  • Just before serving, mix the bacon into the peas.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 259 kcal, Sugar 7 g, Sodium 430 mg, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 10 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, UnsaturatedFat 10 g

CREAMY PEA SALAD



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You can prepare this pea salad ahead of time, so it's ideal when you're having company for dinner. -Debra Hartze, Zeeland, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas
1/2 cup diced cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced mozzarella cheese
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup Miracle Whip
Salt and pepper to taste
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the peas, cheese, onion, Miracle Whip, salt and pepper; mix well. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • For the freshest flavor, use young, tender peas. If using frozen peas, thaw them completely before using.
  • To save time, use pre-cooked bacon. You can also cook your own bacon ahead of time and refrigerate it until you're ready to use it.
  • If you don't have fresh chives, you can use dried chives instead. Use about 1/4 teaspoon of dried chives for every tablespoon of fresh chives.
  • For a more flavorful salad, use a sharp cheddar cheese. You can also use a combination of cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
  • If you're watching your calories, you can use a low-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt instead of regular mayonnaise.

Conclusion:

Creamy pea salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It's also a great way to use up leftover peas. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a creamy pea salad that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a side dish that is both delicious and easy to make, give creamy pea salad a try.

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